3 Hidden Drivers Behind Your Perimenopause Symptoms
One area of women’s health that’s getting much more attention recently is perimenopause and menopause care. While this increased awareness has helped many women better understand their bodies and treatment options, it’s also created a lot of confusion, fear, and “meno-washing” marketing.
The reality is that there’s much more to perimenopause symptoms than just hormones. That’s why I’m hosting a free one-hour online masterclass: Beyond Hormones: 3 Hidden Drivers Behind Your Perimenopause Symptoms, where we’ll explore what’s really happening and how to take a root-cause approach to support your body through this transition.
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The simplest way to boost your mood this winter.
It’s been a long winter, and many people are feeling it. Low energy, low motivation, a little more burnout than usual. While we know brighter days are coming, you deserve support now, too.
My biggest tip? Plan for movement, and make it small. When mood dips, we don’t need a long workout. We need five easy, scheduled minutes. A quick walk, a short spin, a few stretches before your shower. Keep it short. Keep it simple. Put it in your day.
Tiny, consistent movement can be a powerful mood reset, especially when you need it most.
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Told you have fibroids? Here are two tests to have done!
Uterine fibroids are very common, affecting up to 50% of women. While some people have no symptoms, others experience heavy bleeding, pelvic pressure, or fertility challenges, and many care plans involve monitoring growth or considering medical or surgical treatment when needed.
Two simple, often missed steps can help. Low vitamin D is linked to a higher risk of fibroids, and correcting a deficiency has been associated with stabilizing growth, reducing size, and lowering recurrence, testing is recommended in Canadian gynecology guidelines. Iron is also key, as heavy bleeding can lead to deficiency and worsen symptoms, and optimizing iron before procedures like myomectomy or uterine artery embolization can support better recovery.
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Information Overload
Information is everywhere and it’s equal parts helpful and overwhelming. No matter what phase of life you’re in, the noise can make health goals feel confusing and heavy.
Here’s the real solution: you don’t need more information, you need a clear plan and the right support. Trust your body, lean on a solid health team, and step away from the internet rabbit holes. Strategy builds confidence, and confidence makes change sustainable.
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How To Make Following A Health Plan Easier
Willpower, memory, emotional regulation, and decision-making all draw from the same limited pool of brainpower. When that pool is depleted, we feel it as overwhelm, burnout, brain fog, anxiety, or irritability. By creating simple, repeatable systems in daily life, you free up mental capacity for what truly matters. Less deciding, more capacity. Less overwhelm, more follow-through. Here’s how!
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Ask The ND: Is Coffee Messing With My Cortisol?
Noticing signs of cortisol imbalance, or unsure how your body is handling stress? Let’s chat!
Book a visit to explore what’s behind your energy, mood, or hormone symptoms and build a plan that works with (not against) your body.
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Breaking the Silence on Menopause: Why We Need to Rethink Women's Health at Midlife
Let’s explore why we need to rethink the way women’s health at midlife is treated in this country and challenge the silence surrounding menopause while advocating for a revolution in women’s healthcare. Join us at the Guelph Farmer's Market on Wednesday, May 7. Screening starts at 7:00 followed by a panel discussion at 8:00.
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Parents, Try This Simple Habit For Regaining Your Calm
It’s time to stop believing the myth that productivity means worthiness. Slow down, and give yourself permission to pause. Try This Simple Habit For Regaining Your Calm. Let’s get into it.
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The Power of Protein: The Key to a Better Breakfast
When it comes to improving your energy, mood, focus, and overall well-being, protein should be your best friend—especially in the morning. Whether you're struggling with fatigue, hormonal concerns, weight gain, or fertility, my first nutritional recommendation for the vast majority of patients is simple: up the protein in your breakfast. Let’s get into it!
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Confused About Health Advice? Here’s How to Simplify It
The world of health advice can be overwhelming. One minute, you’re reading a well-researched article, the next, you’re bombarded with conflicting opinions from your doctor, social media influencers, friends, and even targeted ads. No wonder it feels like a maze! Let’s get into it.
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